A flavor memory brought back to life…read more Our family traveled to Puerto Vallarta about 3-4 years ago, and one of the things we love most about traveling is getting off the beaten path and exploring places that feel a little more authentic and local. On that trip, we ventured deep into inland/semi-coastal Jalisco and ended up at a little eatery called Ok Corral Restaurant & Bar in Cabo Corrientes. The food was incredible, but one dish in particular stole my daughter's heart: pescado zarandeado, specifically red snapper. She loved it so much that she basically stole my food. Since that trip, my daughter and I have had a little mission of our own: find that fish again and find the version that brings back that exact flavor memory. Then we found Las Nuevas Islas in Fontana. From the moment we walked in, the experience was fantastic. The staff was incredibly welcoming and attentive, but what really stood out was how much they cared about getting my daughter's meal right. We let our 9-year-old explain to our waiter what she remembered about the fish from Mexico. She asked if they had red snapper. He initially told us they were using tilapia, but mentioned that they had just received a shipment of fresh fish and was almost certain there was some red snapper in it. He went back to check. Sure enough, they had it. But he didn't stop there. He asked to see the picture we had from Mexico so he could see how the fish was seasoned and cooked. He took that information straight back to the chef and asked if they could prepare it the way my daughter remembered it. And my goodness, they absolutely nailed it. The fish was cooked perfectly, beautifully seasoned, and had that charred, savory flavor we had been trying to find for years. Watching my daughter take that first bite and seeing the smile on her face was worth the trip alone. Our waiter jokingly asked her, "How is it? Do you like it?" She looked at him and said, "I'm sorry, no, I don't like it... I LOVE IT!" Seeing the smile on his face after hearing that, and seeing my daughter relive a flavor memory from a family trip years ago, was one of those little moments that makes a restaurant experience much more than just dinner. We also had the fish ceviche tostada, which was incredibly fresh, bright and refreshing, and my wife had the fried fish tacos, which were perfectly battered and delicious. And that green serrano salsa deserves its own mention. It is seriously spicy, but absolutely delicious. The restaurant itself is huge, with a great open feel, a beautiful and simple bar, a stage for live music, and an overall atmosphere that feels incredibly welcoming. But what we'll remember most is the people. The waiter could have simply said, "We don't have red snapper." Instead, he went looking. Then he went back again. Then he talked to the chef. They listened to a 9-year-old describe a fish she remembered eating in Mexico years ago and did everything they could to recreate it for her. That's hospitality. Las Nuevas Islas didn't just serve us a great meal. They helped our daughter bring a little piece of a family memory back to life. If you're looking for Nayarit-style mariscos, pescado zarandeado, fresh seafood, great service and a genuinely welcoming atmosphere, I can't recommend Las Nuevas Islas enough. We came looking for a fish we remembered from Mexico. We left with a new favorite local restaurant.

Came here early and had a great dinner with my family. The restaurant was easy to locate and very…read moreclean. The servers were polite and accommodating, and the live music created a really nice vibe. The only downside was the wait time for our food, but it was understandable since they were short-staffed. Overall, the food was very good. I had the shrimp cocktail, which was prepared really well, and they were definitely generous with the shrimp. I'd love to come back and try other items on the menu!

This is the fried fish place!! In the strip mall…read more They have almost everything da the big seafoods stores but much cleaner . Service is like everywhere else Pick your favorite seafood and they will fry it up . If you love fresh seafood and want it fried.... You should try it out.

Very friendly and I actually found what I needed for my family's pho !!! A lot of Asian food you…read morecan choose from !!!

Picositos are my favorite. Cheesy shrimp tacos with homemade tortillas... they're amazing! All the…read morefood is so fresh and delicious (even down to the complimentary chips and salsa). They make their own Miche mix and give a very generous serving. I have also had the fajitas, which were very delicious! The Customer Service is top notch! My favorite Mexican Food/Mariscos spot in the IE

Brought a friend this morning ( Jan 11,2025) to try their menudo here. He loved it !…read more I shared an ASADA Steak Platter with hubbby! It was served with refried beans and rice with side of tortillas ! Meat was tender and was flavorful and cooked to perfection. Serving portion was perfectly enough to share! Not a fan of the champurado.. Liz our server attended to us well and was friendly !

AMBIANCE 5.5/10…read more After spending way too long trying to decide what to eat, we finally settled on seafood boil and landed on The Big Catch because of their all-you-can-eat option. Walking in, our first impression wasn't great the building looked a little run down. Once inside, though, the vibe improved. It had a rustic sports bar feel with TVs everywhere, an open bar, and a seafood station. Nothing fancy, but not terrible. EXPERIENCE 7/10 The service was one of the better parts of the visit. Our waiter was friendly, attentive, and took the time to answer our questions and recommend a few items. The food took a little while to come out. BTW there's a 90 minute limit after we were seated and the second round of our seafood took 30 minutes to come out (they apparently forgot our order) and they proceeded to tell us we had last call right after our second round of food barely got to the table. Not sure if that's done on purpose but we really didn't really appreciate that. Overall though, the staff definitely made the experience better. THE FOOD 5/10 Here's where things started to fall apart. The first all-you-can-eat platter came with two snow crab clusters, 1/2lb crawfish, 1/2lb mussels, 1/2lb peeled shrimp, plus unlimited sides. One thing that caught us off guard and maybe we just missed it on the menu is that after your first round, you can no longer order the snow crab or peeled shrimp. That was disappointing since those ended up being the best seafood options on the table. The snow crab was solid, and the peeled shrimp were surprisingly good the texture was crunchy and we didn't get any fishy smell or flavors. Everything after that... not so much. Round two included whole shrimp, clams, and scallops. The portions were noticeably smaller, and almost everything tasted like it had been frozen for too long. The crawfish lacked freshness, the whole shrimp had the same issue and were mushy without the initial crunch additionally the shrimp was hard to peel which makes us think that it was POSSIBLY reheated, and the scallops were tiny with a strong fishy flavor that made them hard to enjoy. Even the House/Cajun seasoning didn't do much to save it. It was too oily and honestly just tasted like salt, there was no spiciness either and we got the hot flavor. Ironically, the sides ended up carrying the meal. The cucumber salad was fresh and crunchy, which balanced out some of the heavier seafood, and the sweet potato fries were honestly one of our favorite things we ordered. And one last thing... somehow even the water tasted off. What We'd Order Again Snow Crab Clusters Peeled Shrimp Fish Taco Sweet Potato Fries Cucumber Salad Sausage Corn Skip These Whole Shrimp Clams Mussels Scallops Crawfish House/Cajun Seasoning Cajun Fries Cajun Wings Boiled Egg Water Final Rating If you're going for the all-you-can-eat seafood, don't expect premium quality. The first round is decent, but once the crab and peeled shrimp are off the table, the meal drops off pretty quickly. Would we come back? Definitely not. We ended up paying 90$ for 2 people which you can argue is good since it's an AYCE seafood meal but afterwards after speaking to the waiter we found out the shrimp and crawfish was indeed frozen that along with all the other disappointing food doesn't make us feel like it was worth the money. Overall Gassington Rating: (5/10)

The Big Catch is easily one of my favorite seafood boil spots! The service is always on point, the…read morefood is delicious, and they have some really good drink options. I went all out with a seafood boil loaded with crab legs, shrimp, sausage, and potatoes. Everything was flavorful and seasoned just right. I also had the fried chicken and Cajun wings, which were crispy, juicy, and packed with flavor. The cucumber salad was fresh and refreshing, and the garlic noodles were a must-try--garlicky, savory, and full of flavor.

Food was delicious. Definitely a hole in the wall Service…read morewas good. Recommend this spot especially for lent Fridays.

I came in here on a Saturday afternoon at 7 pm for dinner . There is a Hispanic lady cashier that…read morealways says she's closing and it's to go at 7 pm . They close at 8 pm , this is the second time she does that . The owner needs to know about this . This is very unacceptable I wanted to eat here . She basically doesn't want anyone eating there 1 hour before they close . Why would I order my food to go , I wanted to eat it fresh there . This is the second time this lady does the same thing . The only difference the second time I walked out .

If you're in town and craving authentic mariscos, this spot is absolutely worth a visit!…read more The restaurant is spacious, with about 10 tables, making it feel comfortable without being overcrowded. Everything was spotless, and the welcoming atmosphere started the moment we walked through the door. The staff was incredibly friendly, attentive, and genuinely made us feel at home throughout our meal. The food was outstanding from start to finish. The complimentary chips and salsa were fresh and flavorful...the perfect way to start the meal. I ordered the shrimp taco, and it was seasoned perfectly with amazing flavor in every bite. I also had the shrimp ceviche tostada, choosing the shrimp "cooked" in lime (they also offer a cooked shrimp option). It was incredibly fresh, bright, and delicious. My kids ordered the asada plate and absolutely loved it. We also shared the Shrimp al Mojo de Ajo, which was the highlight of the meal. The shrimp were perfectly cooked, buttery, and generously coated in rich, fragrant garlic, it was absolutely delicious. Between the warm hospitality, clean environment, and incredible food, this restaurant exceeded our expectations. I highly recommend stopping by if you're looking for fresh, flavorful mariscos. We'll definitely be back!

The food was great! i definitely recommend it…read more They have great Michelada s our server was so nice and attentive. I will definitely be going back

Closed due to a violation. Didn't update their website or…read morehelp. The next location close is in Fontana, but if it's closed due to violating policies, then idk if I want to eat there.

Me and my husband were looking for a good seafood spot that serves fresh seafood in Rialto and omg…read morethis place did not disappoint. Their aguachiles (shrimp cured in a spicy Lemon sauce) where amazing taste and flavorful. I opted to surprise my husband with a dozen of there ostiones preparados (prepared oysters) let me tell you they where a star of the show and will definitely have us coming back. The service was amazing I love how they explain what they serve and can make pretty much anything fresh to order we will definitely be back to try new things on the menu!!!!!

My husband and I went here for a date night dinner without the kids recently. We like to eat…read morehealthy-ish when we go out, so King's fish house is perfect. We ordered the grilled artichoke to start, which was delicious. It comes with a Dijon dipping sauce that I loved. I ordered the macadamia nut crusted halibut that's on their current seasonal menu. It comes with an orange ginger sauce. The fish was firm and flaky, the mac nut crust gave it some nice crunch, and the sauce was flavorful. The fish comes with two sides, but I opted for a double order of the grilled zucchini. My husband ordered the sea bass that's also coated with a crust and comes with a lemon butter sauce. We tried each other's fish and we agreed they're both tasty, but mine was a bit better! I liked the lemon butter sauce on his fish a lot. Despite being busy, service was great! Our drinks stayed topped off, our waitress was ready with the check when we asked, and overall it was a nice relaxing dinner.

I visited King's Fish House for a celebratory lunch and was deeply disappointed by the starkly…read morecontrasting treatment I received compared to my guest. The poor experience began at the host stand. I had a reservation for 1:15 PM but arrived early and was sat at 12:56 PM. Despite my active reservation, when the host led me to the table, she asked if the reservation was under "M." When I got to the table and asked who "M" was, she dismissively replied that they "just put down an alphabet." I told her my name was Will, but she didn't care to acknowledge it or correct her mistake. This cold shoulder continued throughout the meal. When asked about drinks, I said "water for now," and every time I said "thank you" to our server, I was met with complete silence and zero acknowledgment. Once my guest--who is white--joined me at the table, the dynamic shifted entirely. He received 95% of the server's warmth, eye contact, and attention. The only time the server actively engaged with me was to take my physical food order. Even the food had issues--our first crab cake was served overcooked. Because my guest was the one who pointed it out, the manager came over and addressed him to replace it. While the manager's interaction was a bit better, the server's dismissive attitude toward me never improved for the rest of the meal. To top it off, I was the one who paid the bill. When the server returned my credit card, instead of handing it back to me, she chose to place the presenter book directly in the middle of the table. As a business owner, I understand how critical customer service is. The selective attentiveness and dismissive attitude I experienced today felt incredibly biased and completely ruined our lunch. I will not be returning to this location.